Agapanthus
Agapanthus praecox
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Aug 13, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
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About Agapanthus
Agapanthus (Agapanthus praecox) is a robust South African perennial producing arching, strap-like evergreen leaves and tall scapes topped with showy spherical umbels of blue to violet flowers in summer. A Florida-Friendly plant for zone 9b, it thrives in full sun to part shade with consistent moisture, forms attractive clumps over time, and draws hummingbirds and pollinators. Starting at $12.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Flower Color
- Purple, Blue
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained, Moist
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Agapanthus grows best in full sun to partial shade in NE Florida. Full sun with adequate moisture produces the tallest, most floriferous scapes; partial shade is acceptable but may reduce bloom count. Avoid deep shade.
Water regularly from spring through fall to maintain moist, organically rich soil; agapanthus is moderately drought tolerant once established in NE Florida but performs best with consistent irrigation during the blooming season. Reduce watering in winter.
Plant in moist, well-drained sandy or loamy soil amended with organic matter; avoid heavy wet clay. Agapanthus is adaptable to NE Florida's sandy soils with compost addition. Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring; divide clumps every 4–6 years to maintain vigor. Watch for Botrytis in humid conditions.
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Common questions
Is Agapanthus a good plant for St. Augustine?
Agapanthus is a perennial for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, with medium salt tolerance, reaching 1-4 feet (foliage); flower scapes 2-4 feet above foliage × 1.5-3 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.